Job Title: Consultancy: Production of Television Drama
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Contract
Application deadline: 15th September 2025
TAF Africa, under the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN II) Programme, is committed to increasing the participation of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the electoral process. Ahead of the November 8th Anambra State governorship election, TAF Africa will produce an 8-episode, 7-minute per episode television drama titled “Able-to-Vote – Na Our Turn!”.
The drama, scripted in Pidgin and Igbo, aims to:
- Reduce voter apathy among eligible PWDs in Anambra State.
- Provide insights into the inclusion of PWDs in politics and governance.
- Promote public awareness of assistive tools and priority voting rights.
Background:
TAF Africa is seeking the services of a professional producer or production company to oversee the end-to-end production process, to ensure quality delivery, accessibility, and timely submission.
Objectives:
To produce, package, and deliver a 7-minute, 8-episode television drama with 10 recurring characters, and ensure full accessibility for diverse audiences, including persons with disabilities.
Scope of Work
The selected consultant will:
1. Pre-Production
- Review the already prepared and approved script
- Develop a production schedule and work plan covering casting, rehearsals, shooting, editing, and delivery.
- Engage and manage 10 recurring characters across all 8 episodes.
- Identify and secure suitable filming locations.
- Procure costumes, props, and set designs aligned with the script context.
- Lead on casting call
2. Production
- Direct and manage the recording of all 8 episodes (each 7 minutes).
- Supervise all cast and crew to ensure quality performance.
- Ensure natural code-switching between Pidgin and Igbo as written.
- Capture clear visuals, high-quality sound, and culturally relevant settings.
3. Post-Production
- Edit all scenes for flow, clarity, and impact.
- Add English subtitles across all episodes.
- Provide captioned video versions for deaf/hard-of-hearing audiences.
- Incorporate a visible on-screen sign language interpreter in every episode.
- Ensure sound mixing, background music, and transitions are professional and audience-friendly.
- Insert TAF Africa and EU-SDGN II branding (logo, montage) as indicated in the script.
4. Accessibility & Inclusion Requirements
- All videos must have synchronized English subtitles.
- Each episode must include sign language interpretation.
- Captioned versions must be produced as alternative formats.
5. Delivery
- Produce 8 fully edited, broadcast-quality episodes of 7 minutes each.
- Deliver in multiple formats:
- MP4 (HD, suitable for television broadcast)
- Captioned versions
- Raw footage for TAF Africa’s archive
- Submit all final outputs to TAF Africa within two (2) weeks of engagement.
Expected Deliverables
At the end of this assignment, a compelling television drama should be produced. Specifically, the following output will be generated by the consultant:
- 8 × 7-minute fully produced episodes of the Able-to-Vote TV drama.
- Subtitled, captioned, and sign-language interpreted versions.
- Raw production footage.
- Comprehensive production report (detailing cast engagement, production process, challenges, and recommendations).
Duration & Timeline
The vendor is expected to complete the assignment within 14 calendar days from the date of engagement. A detailed production work plan must be submitted within 48 hours of contract signing.
Qualification
The consultant must demonstrate:
- Proven track record in producing television dramas or related audio-visual content.
- Experience managing productions in Pidgin and Igbo.
- Strong technical expertise in filming, editing, subtitling, and accessibility production.
- Experience working on advocacy, governance, or electoral education projects (preferred).
- Ability to deliver under tight deadlines without compromising quality.
Supervision & Reporting
- The consultant will report directly to TAF Africa’s Communications and Programme Unit.
- Regular updates must be provided (progress reports, rough cuts for review, etc.).
- Final approval rests with TAF Africa before dissemination.
Payment Terms
Payment will be structured in tranches:
- 60% upon contract signing and submission of production plan.
- 40% upon submission and approval of all final deliverables.
Ownership & Rights
- All intellectual property rights to the scripts, raw footage, final outputs and all materials developed pursuant to this production will remain with TAF Africa.
- The vendor may not use, distribute, or repurpose the materials without prior written consent.
How To Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application to procurements@tafafrica.co with the subject line “Consultancy: Production of Television Drama.”
Applications must include:
- A one-page proposal outlining your creative approach to the drama.
- Samples of previous work (preferably similar thematic or visual storytelling projects).
- A proposed budget or indicative cost for the project.
Note: TAF Africa will deduct and remit Withholding Tax to the relevant tax authority.
Application Deadline: 15th September 2025
Diversity and Inclusion:
TAF Africa strongly encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities. All submissions will be handled with the highest level of confidentiality.
